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Has mitral valve stenosis caused me tachycardia?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from heart palpitations (especially when I lie down or do some physical activity), shortness of breath, tachycardia for the past three months. I am taking Propranolol (20 mg per day) for this. Propranolol is controlling trachycardia a bit. In stress my condition worsens... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems to be due to anxiety. To exclude any valvular disorder, the cardiologist will auscultate your heart carefully, if he listens any abnormal sound he may advise echo, otherwise no need. Regarding palpitations, better have an ECG done at the time of symptoms or alt... Read Full »
I have persistent tachycardia without chest pain. What is the cause?
Query: Hi doctor,I have persistent tachycardia of 90 to 110 beats per minute. I do not have chest pain. Before five months and last month, I did EKG and went to the emergency. The results showed nonspecific T wave abnormality and tachycardia in the reports. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is a possibility of having plaque build up in the inferolateral part of the heart. It can cause reduced oxygen supply to that area of the heart causing tachycardia. This does not confirm the presence of ischemia. Please mention whether you have done a fasting lipi... Read Full »
I have chronic anxiety with constant tachycardia. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old female who has been suffering with episodes of tachycardia and ventricular ectopic beats for 2 years now. I have had many testes domed on my heart, these include; various ECG’s, a 24-hour heart monitor, a 5-day heart monitor, a 7-day heart monitor and an echocardio... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your reports appear to be fine other than ectopics and probably sinus tachycardia, which are benign (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You should get your thyroid test and hemoglobin level done if not done recently. You should assure yourself that thes... Read Full »
I am suffering from anxiety and panic attacks. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 33-year-old female, a mother of two children. I am healthy with no underlying health conditions, and there is no history of heart disease in my family except for my grandfather, who developed it due to smoking. I have been dealing with anxiety and experiencing panic attacks for y... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I am very sorry to hear about your medical condition. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. I believe you may have brief sinus tachycardia triggered by your anxiety or panic attack. I do not think it is either non-sustained ventricular tachycardia (NSVT) or suprav... Read Full »
Why do the creatinine levels fluctuate after angioplasty?
Query: Hello doctor,My sister-in-law was admitted to the cardiac center for cardiac angioplasty. However, during the angiogram, along with the discovery of six blockages in the heart, one blockage was found in both the left and right kidneys. Following the cardiologist's advice, we opted for a renal stent ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.Now, creatinine tends to rise after an angioplasty due to the dye used as a contrast to visualize the vessels. However, it does not increase rapidly because of that; it may take 48 to 72 hours for creatinine to ri... Read Full »
My heart beats faster than normal. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 34-year-old male weighing 171.96 pounds and 5 feet 8 inches tall. My heartbeat is a little fast, and I think it might be a BP issue. The last time I checked my BP, it was 170/110 mmHg. I am taking Telma AM tablets currently. Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinion on your medical issues. I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing a fast heartbeat and high blood pressure. A fast heartbeat, also known as tachycardia, can sometimes be a normal physiological response to stress or exercise. Ho... Read Full »
My BP is normal after taking Telma tablets. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been taking Dilzem CD 120 (Diltiazem) for the past four years for hypertension and tachycardia. My heart rate was normal, but my blood pressure (BP) was not reducing. I took Dilzem CD 120 in the morning and Dilzem-SR 90 at night. But my BP went high up to 160/100 mmHg. So, I sta... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. First, Diltiazem prescribed for blood pressure and heart rate is quite unusual unless your heart rate rhythm is irregular or some abnormal rhythm is present. Please mention if you have a history of that. If there is no such history, then other A... Read Full »
What are the side effects of taking Adderall?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a 29 year old boyfriend, who weighs 190 lbs and 6 feet tall, he is a former athlete in college. He was diagnosed with idiopathic hypersomnia through the spinal tab, five years ago. He is now taking Adderall 60 mg a day total, spread over six times, and is using Flumazenil cream, wh... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Idiopathic hypersomnia is a sleep disorder even less common than narcolepsy, a rare sleep disease. The biggest distinguishing characteristics include differences in REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, the absence of cataplexy (a sudden weakness in the muscles while fully co... Read Full »
Kindly let me know about postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 35-year-old man, and I have been experiencing recurrent episodes of tachycardia. My doctor mentioned the possibility of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Can you provide insights into the typical symptoms of POTS, and what are the available treatment options... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We will pay close attention to your worries and address all your questions with utmost care. Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is characterized by a rapid heart rate that increases upon standing. Common symptoms include lightheadedness, f... Read Full »
I feel overwhelmed despite using medications for POTS. Kindly guide.
Query: Hello, I am a distressed 25-year-old female who has recently been diagnosed with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS). I have been prescribed medication to manage the tachycardia, but I am feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what to expect. Kindly answer the following questions. How... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) indicates an increase in heart rate while standing from sitting or lying position. At least 30 beats per minute increase with a change in blood pressure. Symptoms include palpitations, dizzine... Read Full »